Window Shopper

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Some years ago, I had to go on a mission trip to Mexico. Having never been there before, I tried to get all the information I could about the clothing I would need. Not that easy. The people I was going with were so used to taking this trip that they were pretty matter of fact about it. In fact, one of the ladies that I was asking about it was actually from the area of Mexico that we were heading for. But she did not see what I wore as a problem. I did since I did not have clothes that would fit for this trip. It wasn’t easy.

Two friends and I were going on this trip so we got together and worked out what we needed. Perhaps that was foolish, though it seemed right at the time, we probably spent more than we needed to on the clothes. However, I have to tell you that I was grateful for the extremely heavy jacket that got me through the winter in the mountains and for the UGG Boots that got me through the snow and the mud during that whole trip and kept my feet warm. It was Christmas time. We were taking toys, clothes and meds as well as food to an area of Mexico that had been racked with a drought. It caused most people to lose their jobs and so the young men of the villages were heading elsewhere to work. Those left really didn’t have much since they were waiting for the men to get jobs and pay for what they needed at home.

It was a real eye opener, not only what we had to shop for at home but what we shopped for when we got there as well. I was so blessed by that trip. Now I have a better appreciation for our stores, homes and the value of having money to spend in the stores. I do not take that as lightly as I used to do. Shop smart. Save money. Enjoy what you have. Simple.

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Trust me on this one. That is not a subject I am comfortable with at any time. I have no idea what looks good fashion-wise. I suppose that makes me a Neanderthal in some people’s eyes. I really don’t care. When I go to the store to shop, I wear something comfortable. After all, I’m spending our money, not their’s. You know who they are, right? The fashion snobs. Frankly, I have seen the snobs and they don’t look so hot especially in spandex. ACK!!! These people think that they look GOOD in that stuff. Sigh. Some day, there will be a law against people wearing spandex who look horrible in it, don’t you think? Only someone who is reed thin can get away with that. Or maybe someone with incredible muscles. But NOT some chunky monkey person who thinks they look hot when they look…….ack! Nasty. Listen, I’m fat so I can say that!

Frankly, I cannot see that these folks have any style at all. Now, you want style? Find someone who is wearing renaissance clothing. Okay, sometimes it could be a bit much but look at that style, that flair. No, I am NOT talking about “The Nanny” from Flushing. But I am talking about some really great clothing. Of course, you do have to want to walk around in things that are usually only seen in plays and movies but that’s the fun part. Uh, I still wouldn’t wear that to the grocery store though. Sweats. That’s where it’s at for the store. My Mom would not approve. She believed, like most folks when I was growing up, that you dress up to go to the store and out to eat. You were not casual about it at all. She still can’t stand to have on her “grubs” to go to the store or doctor. She is definitely more comfortable in her dressier clothes. I say she should do what she wants.

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I absolutely hate to admit it but I need clothes that are larger, a LOT larger. Yes, I am a large woman who needs clothes just like the next person. And it is so hard to find affordable, good looking clothes that do not cost an arm and a leg. What am I talking about? Well, you have heard of plus size clothing, right? The problem I have is that you cannot just go anywhere to get this. Sometimes, a discount store might carry some but it’s unlikely. Yes, they do have the lower sizes but not the larger ones. Some of us need more room, don’t ya know.

One of these days, I am just going to get into those sweats I wear and go find some really awesome clothes. Well, I could always lose some weight first, then go looking for clothes. Actually, that would probably be the better solution but I do love to window shop, hence the name…Window Shopper!! I love it!!!

Happy Shopping!

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